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Mural contest “All Against the Wall” a rounding success for artistic youth |  | 
By now we’ve all seen the dramatic and beautiful artwork along Benito Juarez Blvd. where young artists were recently given free rein to express themselves in several distinct categories. What might not be so commonly known is what the murals represent and why they were painted in the first place. As part of the overall effort to beautify Puerto Penasco, it was only a matter of time before the subject of graffiti was raised. In many cities around the world where have come to realize that curtailing graffiti is easier when young artists are given alternative avenues of self-expression.
Puerto Penasco, in following that lead, has decided that rather than leave graffiti to indicate urban decay, this city will show off the talent of local youth who, for the most part, have a knack for done a wonderful job with the task.
Not satisfied to present young artists with a blank canvas, event organizers established rules that promoted political and social reflection and lots of teamwork.
The competition was open to artists above the age of 12 years. Murals had to be the work of no fewer than 3 and no more than 5 people. The subject of the work was to be related to either the Mexican Revolution, celebrating 100 years in 2010, or selected from a variety of social themes.
The entry fee per team was $300 pesos. All entrants were issued certificates recognizing their participation. The first place winner won $1,000 pesos. Other prizes included dinner in a local restaurant and a sunset cruise. |
